Tag Archives: Attorneys/Lawyers

Hearing tip: don’t be browbeaten by the judge

Posted on August 18, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

You are finally at your hearing.  The judge, wearing black robes, turns to you and asks: “You last worked in 2003, right?” It’s the “Dirty Harry” moment! You try to remember.   Was it 2003?  Maybe it was 2004?  Or … Continue reading →

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How much can a lawyer charge for fees on a Social Security case?

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Social Security fee agreements take one of two forms: Contingency based: If you win, the attorney gets 25% of your back benefits up to a $5,300 $6,000 cap. The “25% or $5,300 $6,000″  fee agreement is a standard fee agreement that Social … Continue reading →

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Overpayments: finding an attorney to help you

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

I have tried to give you as much information as I can about Social Security overpayment / repayment cases, because the chances of finding an attorney to work with you are not very good. Many Social Security attorneys get paid out … Continue reading →

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Good and bad questions when choosing a lawyer

Posted on July 21, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

What is the number one question people ask when looking to hire a lawyer? How many cases do you win? But, this will only give you a meaningless answer. Here’s why:

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Questions to ask an attorney

Posted on July 16, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Here is one question you should always ask when you are looking for a lawyer to help you with a Social Security claim: What percentage of your practice is Social Security cases? Generally, you do not want someone who spends … Continue reading →

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Can you afford a Social Security disability attorney?

Posted on May 15, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Nate Craig of Truth of the Matter Asserted has a great article on how easy Social Security makes it for you to hire and pay for an attorney: Social Security cases are paid on a contingency basis, which means that … Continue reading →

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Could you pick your attorney out of a line up?

Posted on May 9, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Are you represented by an attorney on your Social Security case? You are? Terrific! You obviously know that your chances of winning your case increase significantly if you have a lawyer helping you. Now, close your eyes – ok, wait … Continue reading →

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What does Social Security really think about your case?

Posted on April 9, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

  Wouldn’t you like to know what Social Security really thinks about your claim? The best way to find out is to review your Social Security exhibit file. Everything Social Security has on your claim for disability benefits is contained … Continue reading →

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DisabilityAppeal.com agrees: get a specialist!

Posted on February 27, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

I have been a strong advocate for getting a specialist whenever you hire a lawyer. If you are in a lawsuit, which side would you rather be on? A) The side with a lawyer who does a bit of everything, … Continue reading →

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